Regulations last checked for updates: Oct 17, 2024

Title 21 - Food and Drugs last revised: Oct 15, 2024
§ 884.5460 - Scented or scented deodorized menstrual tampon.

(a) Identification. A scented or scented deodorized menstrual tampon is a device that is a plug made of cellulosic or synthetic material that is inserted into the vagina and used to absorb menstrual or other vaginal discharge. It has scent (i.e., fragrance materials) added for aesthetic purposes (scented menstrual tampon) or for deodorizing purposes (scented deodorized menstrual tampon). This generic type of device does not include menstrual tampons treated with added antimicrobial agents or other drugs.

(b) Classification. Class II (performance standards).

[45 FR 12684, Feb. 26, 1980, as amended at 45 FR 51186, Aug. 1, 1980]
authority: 21 U.S.C. 351,360,360c,360e,360j,360
source: 45 FR 12684, Feb. 26, 1980, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 21 CFR 884.5460